Cruise through the Aquitaine Region from Bordeaux to Royan, along the Gironde Estuary and the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers (port-to-port cruise)

Included in tour package:<ul><li>Helicopter flight over the M&eacute;doc and tasting</li><li>Royan, tour panoramique</li><li>Rochefort and La Rochelle</li><li>Libourne by bike and wine tasting</li><li>&#39;&#39;Pick-me-up&#39;&#39; walk in Cadillac</li><li>Day trip in the Arcachon Bay</li></ul>

Departure by coach from Bordeaux for the Bassin d&#39;Arcachon. We will start our tour with a boat trip on the Bassin d&#39;Arcachon. You&#39;ll be able to see the Bird Island, the famous &quot;Cabanes tchanqu&eacute;es&quot; houses on stilts and the oyster beds. Then, we will visit of the Oyster Centre and Museum located in Larros Port in Gujan Mestras. A modern, interactive scenography will help you discover oyster farming and the history of the oyster. We will have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we will go to the Great Dune of Pilat. Culminating at 107m, it is the highest sand dune in Europe. The view from the top is awe-inspiring. Return to Bordeaux at the end of the day.PLEASE NOTE<ul><li>Good walking shoes are recommended.</li><li>The order of the visits can change.</li><li>Times are approximate.</li><li>Lunch included (without drinks)</li><li>Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.</li></ul>

Day trip in the Arcachon Bay (lunch included)

You&#39;ll set out for a guided tour on foot of the hillsides in Cadillac. Departing from the port, we will walk along the Garonne River on the former towpaths and then climb up a slope crossing woods and vineyards. During your walk you can admire lovely fishing huts, a hail cannon, chartreuse homes typical of Bordeaux, a medieval castle and a magnificent panoramic view on the Garonne River valley, the Sauternes vineyard, the fortifide town of Cadillac and its ducal castle. The walk will finish up with a gourmet pick-me-up at a family farm, where you&#39;ll visit the cellars, taste a few wines* and indulge in matching dishes.

PLEASE NOTE

<ul>
	<li>Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes and appropriate clothing.</li>
	<li>Length: approx. 8 km/5 miles and an altitude difference of 58 m/0.04 miles.</li>
	<li>Times are approximate.</li>
	<li>The order of the visits can change.</li>
	<li>If the ship is not moored in Cadillac, be prepared for an additional fee or about 15&euro; for the return trip to Bordeaux.</li>
	<li>*Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.</li>
</ul>

&#39;&#39;Pick-me-up&#39;&#39; walk in cadillac

Discover the M&eacute;doc Region as never before! Taking off from the Ch&acirc;teau-d&rsquo;Arsac, you&rsquo;ll experience breathtaking views of the prestigious vineyards producing the Margaux wines. You&rsquo;ll see the point where the Dordogne and Gironde Rivers meet up to form the extraordinary Gironde Estuary. After your flight, you&rsquo;ll tour the wine cellar and taste three AOC wines. The Ch&acirc;teau d&rsquo;Arsac incorporates 1,000 years of history as one of the oldest wine domains in the Medoc producing exceptional wines and possessing singular works of art.Duration of the helicopter ride : approx. 10 min<ul><li>Flight subject to favorable weather conditions - RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BEFORE THE CRUISE BEGINS AND ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.</li><li>The order of the visits can change.</li><li>Times are approximate.</li></ul>

Helicopter ride of the M&eacute;doc and an art and wine tasting

Libourne by bike and wine tasting. Guided tour of Libourne. Discover this former English bastide. Located at the confluence of the Isle and Dordogne Rivers, Libourne expanded around its port. We&#39;ll see the Saint John the Baptist Church, Abel Surchamp Square, and the imposing clock tower in the grand harbor.&nbsp;&nbsp; Then, we&#39;ll hop on our bikes and head over to the Pomerol wine-growing area. We&#39;ll enjoy a tasting of wine.*PLEASE NOTE<ul><li>Please wear sturdy shoes</li><li>*alcohol abuse is dangerous to your heath, consume with moderation.</li><li>The order of visits can be modified.</li><li>Times are approximate.</li></ul>

Libourne by bike and wine tasting

We&rsquo;ll leave by coach for Rochefort. Rochefort was originally chosen by Jean-Baptiste Colbert as a refuge, defense, and supply post for the French navy back in the mid-1660s. Its arsenal remained a naval base and dockyard until as late as 1926. The historical downtown area boasts lovely private mansions and beautiful homes where the legendary sailors and explorers lived and which still retain their air of adventure and glamor. We&rsquo;ll then visit the Corderie Royale, a historical rope-making factory. Built between 1666 and 1669, it was the first industrial building in France, and the factory provided ropes for the French Navy and its ships for over three centuries. We&rsquo;ll tour the main building and learn about the techniques used to produce the ropes used on the large sailing ships. Afterwards, we&rsquo;ll head to La Rochelle. We&rsquo;ll stop for lunch in a local restaurant. The over 1,000-year-old city of La Rochelle is the capital of the Charente Maritime. It&rsquo;s tucked along the Bay of Biscay and contains some of the most beautiful natural and architectural heritage in the area. During a guided tour of the old town and port, you&rsquo;ll learn about the Grosse-Horloge gate, the Renaissance arcades, the lovely half-timbered homes, finely sculpted facades of the private mansions, and the cathedral. Enjoy some free time before returning to the ship. At the end of our afternoon, we&rsquo;ll return to Royan.

PLEASE NOTE

<ul>
	<li>The order of the visits can change.</li>
	<li>Times are approximate.</li>
</ul>

The seaside cities of Rochefort and La Rochelle

Join us for a panoramic tour of Royan, a seaside city and an official French &ldquo;ville d&rsquo;Art et d&rsquo;Histoire.&rdquo; Villas from the Belle Epoque and the charming &ldquo;retro&rdquo; homes from the 1950s line the waterfront. In the Foncillon District, we&rsquo;ll have a look at the fascinating church and learn about its conception. Enjoy some free time before returning to the ship. This is the perfect time to stroll along the port and re-discover the city at your own pace. Some of the most popular sites include the covered market, the modern Palais des Congr&egrave;s, or the shell auditorium (the spitting image of the famous Boston Hatch Shell). Or you could just decide to have a seat in one of the multitude of caf&eacute;s along the boardwalk, do some shopping, and even enjoy a great meal!

PLEASE NOTE

<ul>
	<li>The order of the visits can change.</li>
	<li>Times are approximate.</li>
</ul>

Panoramic tour of Royan

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DISCOVERY EXCURSIONS PACKAGE

Included in tour package: Helicopter flight over the Médoc and tasting Royan, tour panoramique Rochefort and La Rochelle Libourne by bike and wine tasting ''Pick-me-up'' walk in Cadillac Day trip in the Arcachon Bay

DISCOVERY EXCURSIONS PACKAGE

DISCOVERY EXCURSIONS PACKAGE

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